We connect people who want to adopt or rescue a German Shepherd with people who need to find their German Shepherd a new home in the San Diego area.

San Diego and Your German Shepherd, a Match Made in Heaven

Known for their physical prowess, intelligence, and a keen ability for service, German Shepherds make themselves at home in family and single households across America. These large dogs require plenty of exercise and activity, which is why there’s no better setting for the German Shepherd than America’s Finest City, San Diego.

Loyal to their guard dog instincts, German Shepherds form an undying bond with their owner and family. The German Shepherd's loyal and protective breed attributes make it a great dog to adopt!

As long as they’re socialized early, German Shepherds do well with children and other pets, but will be wary of strangers and become protective. These big dogs require more than 40 minutes of play a day, or they may become high strung. Luckily, San Diego offers plenty of cool activities for you to keep your German Shepherd off the couch and having fun!

First things first, German Shepherds love to run. They were bred to herd sheep, and this need for speed and sprinting works well in San Diego’s many leash-free dog parks. Your German Shepherd can run across five acres of off-leash heaven at Grape Street Dog Park, where you can find water fountains and one of the greenest parks in the city.

After you and your German Shepherd have run your fill, refuel at McPs Irish Pub and Grill, a dog-friendly restaurant where both you and your canine friend can indulge in some hearty meals to keep your energy up!

Many of San Diego’s beaches are also dog-friendly. Be sure to take your German Shepherd over to Coronado Dog Beach, where you and your dog can relax on the shoreline or take a dip in the waves. There’s plenty to get up to in San Diego with your German Shepherd, so don’t be afraid to look and see what you might find!